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Deborah Mary (Payne)  Beaman

Deborah Mary (Payne) Beaman

Jan 20, 2025

Deborah Mary (Payne) Beaman passed away January 20, 2025.  She was born February 15, 1949 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Lloyd and Arlene (Clum) Payne.  She graduated from Grandville High School and Western Michigan University with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.  Deborah lived most of her life in Saugatuck, Michigan and was very active in the real estate,...

Scott Arthur Lanxon

Scott Arthur Lanxon

Jan 20, 2025

Scott Arthur Lanxon

May 20, 1955 – January 20, 2025

Scott Arthur Lanxon, a man of adventure and the outdoors, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2025, in Ashley, Michigan, at the age of 69. Born on May 20, 1955, in Holland, Michigan to his late parents, Garrett and Evelyn Lanxon.

Scott has...

Ruby Faye (Bounds)  Smith

Ruby Faye (Bounds) Smith

Jan 10, 2025

Ruby Faye Smith

March 31, 1940 – January 10, 2025

Ruby Faye Smith, a beacon of love and nurturing, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Holland, Michigan. Born on March 31, 1940, in Bend, Arkansas, to the late William and Gladys Bounds, Ruby's life was a testament to the power of care and...

Earline Hudson

Earline Hudson

Jan 4, 2025

Earline Hudson

December 29, 1935 – January 4, 2025

Earline Hudson (Morris), a beacon of love and joy, passed away peacefully in her loving husband's arms on January 4, 2025, at the age of 89 in Fennville, Michigan. Born on December 29, 1935, in Paris, Tennessee, Earline's life was a tapestry of dedication to her...

Aaron Eugene Smith

Aaron Eugene Smith

Jan 3, 2025

Aaron Eugene Smith passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on January 4, 2025. Aaron was born to Lawrence and Janice (Pendergrass) on January 12, 1972, in Allegan, Michigan. He is survived by his mother Janice Marie Smith, father Lawrence "Gene" Smith, and sister Jeanne Gregersen. The Smith family, and Pendergrass family, two nieces Tameka...

Hugh Frederick Mehaffie Jr.

Hugh Frederick Mehaffie Jr.

Jan 1, 2025

Hugh Frederick Mehaffie Jr.

May 25, 1934 – January 1, 2025

Hugh Frederick Mehaffie, Jr., passed away in the early hours of January 1, 2025. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, and the waitstaff at What Not Inn. He was a kind, caring, and loyal man who thoroughly enjoyed the simple pleasures of...

Allen Eugene Lugers

Allen Eugene Lugers

Dec 31, 2024

Allen Eugene Lugers, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at the age of 80, in his hometown of Holland, Michigan. Born on Christmas Day in 1944 to Harvey and Johanna Lugers, Allen's life was a testament to his enduring love for his family, his country, and the great outdoors....

Stephen Leroy (Steve)  Riddle

Stephen Leroy (Steve) Riddle

Dec 25, 2024

Stephen Leroy Riddle born on June 17, 1945. Passed at Age 79 before taking his next step in heaven. Before the time of passing, he was well cared for in the hands of Pamela alongside his grandchildren and his little special caretaker Diego. On Christmas Eve Pam asked him for any requests Steve had wanted for Christmas. With good...

Gabriel Pena

Gabriel Pena

Dec 16, 2024

Gabriel Pena, a cherished family man and master carpenter, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, in Zeeland, Michigan, at the age of 81. Born on January 7, 1943, in Weslaco, Texas, Gabriel's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, dedication, and hard work.

Gabriel is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years,...

Lynn Sorensen Ripley

Lynn Sorensen Ripley

Dec 1, 2024

She grew up on a farm in rural southeastern Michigan, complete with a 1-room schoolhouse. She was entranced by the beautiful flowers and vegetables her family grew, as well as with the apples and other fruits from their orchard. This tranquil rural life transmitted to her a great love and appreciation of all the life she saw around her,...

Dennis Martin

Dennis Martin

Nov 17, 2024

Dennis Martin of Fennville passed away peacefully at home on November 17, 2024, at the age of 74.

Dennis was born on September 30, 1950, in Lansing, Michigan.  He graduated from Fennville High School in 1968, Central Michigan University in 1973 and the University of Denver in 1979. Dennis worked in public education for 33 years.  After...

Edward J Cosgrove

Edward J Cosgrove

Nov 12, 2024

Edward J Cosgrove

April 28th, 1927 – November 12th, 2024

Edward J Cosgrove, beloved father, grandfather, and great grandfather, passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 12th, 2024, in Holland, Mi.

Born on April 28th, 1927, to parents Edward (Bud) And Marie Cosgrove.

Edward spent his childhood growing up in the surrounding...

John Anthony Broe

John Anthony Broe

Nov 12, 2024

John Anthony Broe

November 2nd, 1949 – November 12th, 2024

Johnny had love and compassion for his family, friends, dogs, the Broe homestead, and this community. A huge part of his life was spent operating Broe's Auto Parts and Wrecker Service as a mechanic with his dad and mom, and on the family property. The...

Karen Louise (Skurkis)  Fazer

Karen Louise (Skurkis) Fazer

Nov 12, 2024

Karen Louise Fazer (Skurkis)

November 18, 1946 – November 12, 2024

Karen Louise Fazer (Skurkis), a cherished matriarch and friend to many, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, in Holland, Michigan. Born on November 18, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, Karen lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to her family, friends, and community.

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Joan Arlene (Johnson)  Jerome

Joan Arlene (Johnson) Jerome

Nov 11, 2024

Joan Arlene (Johnson) Jerome

July 9, 1936 – November 11, 2024

Joan Arlene Jerome (Johnson), a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, at the age of 88 in Zeeland, Michigan. Born on July 9, 1936, in Douglas, Michigan, Joan's life was a tapestry woven with devotion to her family,...

Elizabeth Sisty

Elizabeth Sisty

Nov 8, 2024

Elizabeth Sisty  October 2, 1927 – November 8, 2024

Elizabeth Sisty of Holland, Michigan passed away peacefully surrounded by friends on Friday, November 8th, 2024, at age 97. She was born in Raleigh, North Carolina on October 2nd, 1927.

She was sarcastic, feisty and full of drive and compassion. She worked many years in food...

Claude Wayne Grigg

Claude Wayne Grigg

Nov 5, 2024

Claude Wayne Grigg

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Friend.

November 4th, 1945 – November 5th, 2024

Claude Wayne Grigg, 79, of Fennville, Michigan passed away on November 5th, 2024, in the comfort of his home.

Wayne was an owner and operator truck driver for Hascall Steel for 20 plus years. After...

Carol Ann Brown

Carol Ann Brown

Nov 3, 2024

Carol Ann Brown

June 30, 1945 – November 3, 2024

Carol Ann Brown June 30, 1945 – November 3, 2024 Carol Ann Brown, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, at her home in Fennville, Michigan, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on June...

Robert Francis Geoffroy

Robert Francis Geoffroy

Oct 30, 2024

Robert Francis Geoffroy, a man of exceptional kindness and courage, passed away in Pullman, MI, on October 30, 2024, at the age of 83. Born on August 28, 1941, in Chicopee, Mass, he embodied the virtues of love and determination throughout his life. Robert's battle with cancer demonstrated his warrior spirit, but it was his unwavering love for his...

Judy Glenna Baad

Judy Glenna Baad

Oct 29, 2024

Judy Glenna Baad

October 24,1947 – October 29, 2024

Judy Baad passed away unexpectedly October 29, 2024, at her home in Fennville MI. Judy is survived by her husband, Ralph Baad; her son, David Nyland; her three grandchildren, Matthew Nyland, Megan Nyland, Nicholis Nyland; her great grandson, Elijah Nyland; and her two sisters, Dr. Sally...

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